Future Forward

Unraveling the AI future, one expert at a time. Join host Davio Larnout, CEO of Superlinear, AI solution provider, as he interviews experts from various backgrounds to explore the implications of AI on business, ethics, and innovation. Each month, gain valuable insights tailored for organizations, equipping you with the knowledge to leverage AI and transform your enterprise. Discover the future of AI through diverse perspectives and make informed choices for your organization's success.

Future Forward is a technology podcast hosted by Davio Larnout, with 16 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Davio Larnout hosts Future Forward, a technology show with 16 episodes published.

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  Episode #16

  Future Forward #16: Talking to your CRM, field realities and finding Product-Market fit in AI with Nicolas Christiaen

  Jul 14, 202543 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Davio Larnout talks with Nicolas Christiaen about building voice-first tools that actually get used, moving fast without overbuilding, and solving problems that show up in the real world — not on a slide deck.<br/>‍<br/><b>“We threw away most of what we built once we saw where the real problem was.”</b><br/>– Nicolas Christiaen</p>

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  Episode #15

  Future Forward #15: Demystifying AI with humor and curiosity with Lieven Scheire

  Jun 2, 20251h 2mS0

  <p>Host Davio Larnout sits down with Lieven Scheire, one of Belgium’s best-known science communicators. Lieven shares how stand-up comedy and curiosity led him to explain complex topics to broad audiences. Rather than just telling people how AI works, he shows how storytelling, live demos, and a bit of humor can make even neural networks click. From generating jokes with GPT to breaking down backpropagation, Lieven’s approach bridges science and entertainment in a way that sticks.</p>

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  Episode #14

  Future Forward #14: From agents to Legal AI – Finding focus in a world of abundance

  May 5, 20251h 25mS0

  <p>In this episode, Davio Larnout, CEO at Superlinear, chats with Pieter Buteneers, CTO and co-founder at Emma Legal. They dive into Pieter’s journey from building Chatlayer to founding Emma Legal, explaining what it takes to go from broad, horizontal AI platforms to solving focused, high-impact problems in legal due diligence.</p><p>Along the way, they cover the evolution of chatbots, the rise of LLMs, the challenges of building vertical AI products, and what Europe needs to stay competitive in the AI race. Tune in for a sharp, honest take on focus, risk, and what it really means to...

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  Future Forward #13: Building a Digital Nervous System with data and AI at Port of Antwerp-Bruges with Erwin Verstraelen & Pieter Van Bouwel

  Dec 11, 20241h 19mS0

  <p>In this episode, Davio Larnout, CEO at Superlinear, engages in an insightful conversation with Erwin Verstraelen, Vice President of Innovation, and Pieter Van Bouwel, Team Lead Data Science, from Port of Antwerp-Bruges. Together, they uncover how one of Europe’s largest ports is reshaping itself into a “digital nervous system” integrating data, AI, and real-time insights. </p><p>From integrating drones, to tackling complex challenges like nautical chain optimization and autonomous shipping to leveraging AI-powered tools like the Apica chat - their virtual assistant - this conversation dives into the transformative power of innovation. What does the future hold for sus...

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  Future Forward #12: Revolutionizing electric motors, robotics, and the future of deep tech with Daan Moreels

  Nov 27, 20241h 2mS0

  <p>In this episode of Future Forward, Davio Larnout, CEO at Superlinear, sits down with Daan Moreels, Co-founder of Magnax, to explore the intersection of cutting-edge hardware and the rise of AI. They delve into the fascinating journey of developing axial flux motors, the challenges of scaling deep-tech innovation in Europe, and the transformative role AI could play in hardware design, manufacturing, and beyond. From the potential of digital twins to the future of robotics and universal basic income, this episode uncovers the profound implications of AI on technology and society. Join us as we navigate this exciting frontier with...

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